$500 1979 GMC Caballero (El Camino) Abandoned 8 Years!! Will it Run? PT 1

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[@danetteballiett2310]

Thank you so much for supporting my dad, Randy! He deserves it so much, but you already know that! 😄

[@houseoflords2010]

And this is WHY throughout KZbin with all these old car revivals get more views and more attention than most newer car reviews. Why?? Because with these old cars, no matter how long they are sitting they always come alive and come back from the dead. And they never let you down! Good job getting these buddy. Hope more builds like these are in your future.

[@fistfirst7355]

ong you can restore bout any old car and the new ones are just done for if you mess up the timing or some shit

[@HeavyTanker-vx4oq]

To quote every GM Mechanic ever. "You can't kill a 350"

[@11094DEREK]

or a 305

[@mbrowning7712]

I have killed 2 of them!

[@micahhill4786]

You have to run them out of oil to kill them.

[@taunusv4power]

Even if you do you just change the crankshaft friction bearings and you're good to go

[@TwentytenS4B8]

They eat camshafts like a champ.

[@jlinn2211]

Call Weired Beard to see what he recommends to cut,weld, pound out or buy.

[@cristycoman7691]

Weird Beard s.o.s classic cars restorer

[@kenbell8058]

The peace across windshield is 89 bucks just replaced it on my 69 chevelle its easy to replace shudder it for content

[@bigjohnson7415]

I think he and WB are on the outs. I was thinking the same thing, it would require massive metal skills.

[@mikiehewitt9593]

First thing I thought was ask weirdbeard .

[@VDPEFi]

Have to save the GMC, must be extremely rare now and it's so original. Would be a restoration more than a flip but holy hell that thing is so cool and original.

[@jodysmith8048]

@@dennismackiewicz1032 Really Chevy El Caminos are a dime a dozen but GMC Caballero are very rare an you do not see them at all compaired to all the Chevy El Caminos that are out there

[@trickyricky12147]

@@dennismackiewicz1032 C'mon, guy, Chevy El Caminos are everywhere. GMC Caballero's aren't, neither are the Sprints.

[@Lucas_Tulic]

@@dennismackiewicz1032 He should take it apart and use the parts for the GMC. Fender, doors, gages, interior, cut the top and use it on the GMC and whatever else he can salvage. I mean, you could fix both, with time and money, but that GMC's pillars, top and leftfender are crap, and the ElCamino's rear panels are both crap also. Use it to fix the Caballero that's pretty rare.

[@alt7488]

@@dennismackiewicz1032 that's toast

[@SchnelleKat]

agreed. I am more stoked about the GMC. That 2-tone is sweet with the Wires & White walls! I am doing the Same on my 1979 Pontiac LeMans (A-body) under 50,000 original miles.

[@Marlon_J]

It's a good dilemma to have, not knowing what next to do, and the possibility of buying a third one. It means we have some really cool content to look forward to.

[@rsprockets7846]

G bodies are hot marketplace

[@mikeyfatass]

I love seeing these old Caminos get brought back to life, that Caballero deserves some fresh fenders and some doors for sure!

[@justinhildebrand1515]

"If its a little noisey forgive me im going 30 mph with no windshield" 😂😂😂😂

[@makpsv]

You could use a LED worklight to show us the undercarriage Randy, the portable ones. It really helps when I take pictures of hard to get parts, etc. Edit: I hope Santa didn't get hurt too badly. 👍

[@knockonwood8416]

Randy....WoW did not think that 79 would even crank over! I like the longer vids 45 mins of great content from beginning to the end. I hope Santa's leg is ok iam sure u told him already about the good news of it running and driving like a Champ! I will b watching

[@legendsofcaraudiobradnewso8424]

For sure you can tell by the harmonic balancer she is a 305, 350 would be half that thick. Great find man!

[@elcaminogaming6707]

I know for 83 the engine options were 5.0 305 gas 5.7 350 diesel 3.8 226ish gas No 350 gas option

[@christopherhowe2956]

My sister is storing an 81 elco at my place, I bet she'd sell it cheap. Looks like it has a good roof.

[@HeavyTanker-vx4oq]

Randy, if you really want to do a transplant with that good engine in the custom car, consider a 70s Camaro, you can find them pretty cheap, and they are going up in price for decent condition car. And that 350 would give a Camaro a good strong heart

[@sureshkumarc.k6534]

I dont think he will

[@Joshoptimus]

The sound of those secondaries opening totally brings me back to the 80s it's like I'm driving to high school with my steady girlfriend sitting right next to me . Trip down memory lane......THANKS AAR ! !

[@geraldcoe1123]

Yes, the Caballero should be saved. Use every piece and part from the El Camino, except for the engine. The El Camino engine can be used on another build. I think you will need some input and maybe some help from Weird Beard with repairing the roof. I'm excited to see the build on the Swamp Caballero! Yeah, Randy! Great video!

[@purpledoge4466]

Same!!, he can sell the El camino engine or used it for a build that needs a engine.

[@jodysmith8048]

Yes Exactly the GMC Caballellero is very much worth restoring an anyone who knows rarity of GMC Caballero's compared to Chevy El Comino's would tell Randy that that it's worth restoring because El Camino's are a different story because the are a dime a dizen in certain year models

[@fistfirst7355]

can you just pull dents out

[@damonwade9476]

The man is a miracle worker bringing old cars back to life👍👍

[@jbshuggy]

Randy - Real excited for this rebuild!! Missed the swampvette so I'm excited to see how this one goes! Also, love having Santa's workshop / Michael in the videos!

[@jennaemullins7612]

Go back and watch the Swampvette Videos. They were entertaining.

[@jbshuggy]

@@jennaemullins7612 No, I've seen them all, by missed I mean I miss seeing the swampvette

[@weatherwatchmore381]

Finnaly the name “Auto Auction rebuilds” somewhat fits with the name lol.

[@thomashickman4082]

Great job Randy! Hope Michael is ok. I think you should fix the GMC, and then find something else to put the engine and trans from the blue one into. Love the engine from the blue one, sounds sooo good!

[@SantasWorkshop]

No worries Thomas! Another day in the life of me😂! I was out shooting video the next day!

[@berrystrim]

It’s pretty cool what your thinking about doing here and it really makes for good content. One thing you missed on the last video on the 85 was something I was looking forward to was showing us the underside / frame damage 😢. But all in all it’s still good content 🤙 keep it up

[@miltonmejia101]

26:55 the best part in the video 🤣🤣🤣🤣 c’mon Randy hahahaha

[@yazanbaddawi9683]

I recommend that you consult a frame shop regarding the elcamino

[@elcaminogaming6707]

I would see about getting a new frame and straighting the body as best as possible maybe make a cool offroad build

[@werlost9858]

Didn't even know there was a GMC version of the El Camino. Learn something everyday

[@randyhawkins6659]

I love these things. I have a 1978 Elcamino Conquista. 82000 miles on it. My great grandfather bought it new when I was 14 years old.

[@TheOfficialReeseFamily]

Yessss been waiting for this!!!!

[@yioqi]

Lets GOOO this is the Best rebuild ever!!!!

[@fede81s]

Wow the GMC engine sounds so good at the end of the video, it runs fantastic!!

[@jacobemerson8015]

You cant beat the sound of a good old quadrajet

[@MoparHollics]

Just call it the GMC gentleman Randy that's what Caballero means in English 😉😁

[@thejewbacabra4926]

Love the paint scheme

[@paulmace1242]

Absolutely brilliant as usual, looking forward to the next update

[@jrod.c5]

Loving the El Camino/Caballero content! That third one would make for even more content. Hoping that you save both of them!

[@ScumbagAllen]

That Caballero is beautiful man. Fix her up and make her whole again.

[@ryancarpenter1678]

Find one with a clean body no engine or trans, I mean I know it’s like a needle in a hay stack but you seem to be finding the deals, use both of those as your parts car

[@ryanravencaller]

Think he already has a 3rd one probably make 3 into 2 or 3 into 1 full car

[@ricklingard]

Incredible...love the content ...love the car even more ...keep doing what ur doing Randy. A man after my own heart .

[@dennisd9852]

Great video! Laughed when you opened up the four barrels!

[@danielrobinson4764]

Hope Mike is okay

[@SantasWorkshop]

No worries! I was back at it the next day! Thank you for the concern!

[@MoparHollics]

try this Randy the two LL's are pronounced ye!! Cabayero

[@eoinoconnell185]

I think it's pronounced Canyonero!

[@MoparHollics]

@Durham Reality believe me there's so many words out there that are hard to pronounce.

[@MoparHollics]

@@eoinoconnell185 well it depends what kind of car is it I'm only going by what Randy said or actually has it written on the title

[@chriscroley9279]

@@eoinoconnell185 "Whip cracks" ...... LOL.

[@MoparHollics]

@Durham Reality that's what makes him unique he's always trying and repeatedly

[@charleswoodbury388]

Awesome video can't wait to see what you do next with the El Caminos

[@rondogg2]

Hell yeah man! Love the content Randy

[@MrBrunnolf]

I think a tree falls in that roof, bends it and broke the windows

[@harrynewbrook5103]

Randy,there is one person we all know who can do that roof and windscreen aperture and that is WB,no problem end of.

[@sgrande75]

I'm excited.. love the 79 front end they made all the 85s look alike.. looks just like my Grandpas Caprice from the front.

[@brittanymuzzey7134]

Love to see you save them both. Looking forward to see what you decide to do.

[@mexicanspec]

I don't like washing engines, like ever, but I would have taken it straight to a self serve car wash and cleaned that engine bay. That would make the work needed to do so much easier. When this thing starts, it is going to fling dust and dirt everywhere.

[@ryanstevens6010]

Since this will be a hybrid of the two, maybe you should put 'El Camino' badges on one side and 'Caballero' one the other 😂 Given that both of these are in rough shape maybe you should look for a wagon of the same vintage - was it a Malibu?

[@gregt722]

Or El Cabino, or El caminero!

[@mexicanspec]

People would just think it came from the factory like that, because they did.

[@mrnobody6573]

The GMC is definitely worth saving! The roof can be fixed & the blue one has all the body panels that needs replacing on the GMC. You can even use some interior parts. A no-brainer. The SS camino you were offered sounds like a Choo Choo custom edition. If so,It`s rare & you should grab it up. Google Choo Choo El Camino to find out more on it. Putting the built drive train in one of those would be epic. Can`t wait to see it. Also check the block code behind left cylinder head to find out the engine size on Chevys.

[@elcaminogaming6707]

I don't think it's a choo choos mostly because it doesn't have the Monte front clip and I think they had different buckets and center console

[@p.k.st.amour-mooney6800]

Great vid. Hopefully Mike’s ok! We can’t wait to watch this new project. Bravo from NH.

[@chriscroley9279]

OE parts makes all the parts for these. Do a series and go baller and take them to Barrett-Jackson. They only exist once and they are getting rare.

[@gold7621]

The double LL is pronounced like a y. So it's cab.uh.yero

[@thatdudeinblack8707]

Man that car is a gem! Replace or the roof for sure. She sounds healthy and has awesome bones!

[@eddyblackburn8092]

Great video ! Eddy from Myrtle Beach SC! I’m 50 years old ! Loved the sound of the four barrels kicking in ! Reminded of driving my late fathers 72 Chevelle station wagon to high school lol with the 4 barrel and breather lid upside down ! It would moan and grown ‘ love your videos Randy !

[@franklitherland2036]

Purchased a new 79 Malibu wagon. Had windshield frame rust bubble paint in a year.

[@friggoff5268]

Where did Santa disappear to?

[@SantasWorkshop]

Had to go bandage a leg😂! Back to work the next day!

[@GOTG4MER]

Love that trailer! Need to get one. Great content as always man. Keep it up!

[@devonlehto2949]

To quote Puddins Fab Shop... "no on is surprised when a Chevrolet runs"

[@reno5460]

Ka-buh-yare-oh

[@SaltyNationalist]

Pronounce it: Ca ba yerro... Lmao, I was cringing everytime you said it.. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Also I hope Mike is ok...

[@taunusv4power]

GMC gentelman, just translate it 😂😂

[@Blah7785]

U got hit by a locomotive

[@taunuslunatic404]

@@taunusv4power Gentleman or Knight.

[@jeremyyarbrough4714]

Had a 79 Malibu for a few years, loved it!!

[@DNice..]

randy is the goat on bring cars back to life congrats randy cant wait to see what you do with this car

[@ssi220]

You got 2 motors and 2 transmissions, that’s about all. You need a decent body without a motor.

[@CarringtonHollister]

She looks beautiful just a little TLC and she’ll come out nice

[@jeffmac3071]

YES!! Auto Auction REBUILDS!

[@tommyhall2535]

Glad you got the other one good luck buddy take care good to see you again love your videos

[@theo_rollin88]

Did Santa have to get stitches?

[@SantasWorkshop]

No stitches, stopped bleeding pretty quickly. I was back shooting video the next day!

[@mexicanspec]

@@SantasWorkshop I thought he was asking if you snitched.

[@theo_rollin88]

@@SantasWorkshop sweet man!! I was worried about ya when you disappeared from the video not long after!!

[@santiagovasquez3768]

You two make a great team!! Great team!!

[@simon_sjw9973]

Love ya Videos and I appreciate it, the time it takes to edit them. Always watch to end…………!

[@brentwidhalm5682]

Great Video!

[@jimdiller2915]

Good Video Randy!!

[@stevebandfield7055]

"Just a little tough.." biggest understatement yet...

[@eduarddargento9208]

the intro was firee !!

[@drumbeastgaming2327]

Hi can't wait for this series

[@michaellambie8427]

I am happy too. It is such a great feeling when when you buy a car not sure it it will run and it does. Congratulations

[@rcenthusiast7130]

Perfect intro love it

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

Thank you for saving this Gbody!

[@chefd.w.hostettler]

Thanks for making my day!!! You gotta rebuild that GMC!! It deserves it! Maybe it'll run casper out of AAR Headquarters!!

[@romalara8263]

I love both cars good job

[@MikeJBlues]

Cool little rigs. Be watching progress

[@richroggio]

Randy you did a great job on the Caballero!

[@trickyricky12147]

I'm really looking forward to this! Two elco's, now possibly three, this should be an interesting series ahead of us! You'll be able to rebuild that GMC Gentlemen (Caballero in English) in no time!!

[@brianeastman3547]

That would make a great restoration project, Keep up the good work man.

[@marcelonator]

dont edit out, seeing you go through the motions and troubleshooting is the best part!

[@nathanielgould5284]

I can’t believe that you were able to get both of them running What a great video congratulations on the content 👍👍🚘❤️

[@bilalmehmood334]

Man ! those 4 barrel rumble is insane !! 🔥🔥

[@jllucas39]

I just bought a 87. Elcaminos are 🔥 right now!! Going for pretty good money

[@julesdaily381]

Thanks Mike god bless you to Bud 🙏

[@brianmorrison7016]

Awesome video Randy, hilarious with no windows or windshield

[@julesdaily381]

You got a winner my friend 🙏

[@kitt7219]

TY again!!!

[@mrwhite292]

Cool cars, peace and love.

[@esd5516]

Thank you

[@bwolper]

That was great!

[@maryshasteen9897]

Can't wait for the videos

[@eliivanitskiy3018]

Good job Randy

[@rcenthusiast7130]

Love the vid

[@michaelweinman9051]

Love this.

[@Zer0Fall3n]

That’s wild how smooth it was running !

[@jjon4220]

This guy found two healthy running El Caminos.. Win win

[@jennaemullins7612]

Looks like the original engine 305 v8 i had in my 81 Olds Cutlass back in the day.Front end looks like the 79 Malibu my Dad used to drive back and forth to work. The hubcaps are the same ones too.

[@courteneyjohn9249]

Nice work love that car 🚗my mom had one of those car